Crime Writing Workshop | with Angus McLean
About this Event
Tickets are free, but bookings are required as spaces are limited!
Get inside the mind of homicide detectives in this workshop with ex-Police Officer, Private Investigator and Crime Writer Angus McLean. In Angus’ workshop, you will gain some keen insight into the scenes of police structures, homicide investigations and real-world knowledge of detectives.
Find out what writers often get wrong and get some handy crime writing tips & tricks that will improve your scenarios!
Bring yourself, some paper and pens and enjoy the thrill of crime writing! All levels welcome, from beginning to published authors!
About the author / facilitator:
- Angus McLean is a former police detective, current private investigator, a writer, and a fan of crime fiction.
He grew up watching the TV private eye and cop shows of the 80's, rocking to the music of the 80's and reading classic crime and action stories - some of these were written in the 80's. Did I mention the 80's rocked?
He write across various genres - crime, action thrillers, espionage and middle grade mysteries. His 2025 non-fiction book Cop It Write: The Crime Writer's Handbook is a never-before-seen look behind the scenes of detective and PI work which helps scribes give their writing some authenticity.
This event is presented by Auckland Council Libraries as part of We Read Auckland / Ka Pānui Tātou i Tāmaki Makaurau.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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